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Easy Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette

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Today I am reposting an oldie, but goodie: my easy homemade balsamic vinaigrette.

 

Easy Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette | APinchOfHealthy.com

This is one of my most popular and well-loved recipes, complete with some new YouTube video love. 🙂

The ingredient list is pretty simple, and you likely already have these items in your pantry or fridge.

Easy Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette | APinchOfHealthy.com

My original post included instructions on how to make a single serving, which I do all the time.  But! I know some people prefer to make a whole jar to eat off for a week or two. So I refreshed things a bit.

I love using a mason jar to make this lately. If you would rather make a whole bottle, use the proportions in parentheses in the below recipe.

This dressing is pretty strong and flavorful, so you don’t need a ton to get big flavor. One serving is about 1.5 tablespoons. If you need more, you don;t have to feel too bad since it is pretty light and healthy.

Balsamic vinaigrette is one of my ALL time favorites because it is so versatile. I use it multiple times a week, and I use it in a ton of my recipes here on the blog.

Some examples of other recipes I use this in

Vegetarian chopped salad with chickpea and egg

Vegetarian Chopped Salad Recipe

Caprese orzo salad

Caprese Orzo Salad - deicious side dish perfect for a picnic or barbeque | APinchOfHealthy.com

Grilled chicken salad with raspberries, walnuts and artichoke hearts

Chicken-Raspberry-Walnut-Salad-41

Spiralzer Greek salad 

This spiralizer Greek salad is a light and refreshing side dish made with cucumbers, tomatoes, basil, chickpeas, feta cheese and balsamic vinaigrette. So easy and delicious! | APinchOfHealthy.com

Easy Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

Let me know if you try it.  It is one of my favorites! Pin this recipe if it looks good to you.

Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette | APinchOfHealthy.com
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Easy Homemade Single Serving Balsamic Vinaigrette

Easy Balsamic Vinaigrette - no artificial ingredients and completely delicious
Course Dressings
Cuisine American
Keyword balsamic vinaigrette recipe, easy balsamic vinaigrette
Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings 1 serving (9 serving meansurements in parentheses)
Calories 43 kcal
Author Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (1/4 cup for whole bottle)
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (1/4 cup for whole bottle)
  • 1 teaspoon water (1/4 cup for whole bottle)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon or spicy brown mustard (1/4 cup for whole bottle)
  • drop of honey (1 teaspoon for whole bottle)
  • salt and pepper to taste (pinch of black pepper)
  • optional dash of dried oregano and dried basil (1/8 teaspoon for whole bottle)
  • jar with a lid for mixing

Instructions

  1. Ingredients are given for a single serving, with measurements for a bottle in parentheses.
  2. Put all ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake to mix. How easy is that?!
  3. Enjoy immediately, and refrigerate any leftovers (<- take out of fridge & leave a room temperature for a few minutes prior to serving.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Measurements are given for a single serving, as well as a multi-serving bottle in parentheses.

Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator. 

Nutrition Facts
Easy Homemade Single Serving Balsamic Vinaigrette
Amount Per Serving
Calories 43 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Sodium 58mg3%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Jo says

    September 9, 2019 at 3:34 pm

    Very good,

    Reply
    • Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy says

      September 13, 2019 at 4:37 pm

      Yay!

      Reply
  2. Beth says

    July 27, 2019 at 2:17 am

    What size bottle for 9 servings

    Reply
    • Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy says

      July 29, 2019 at 3:53 pm

      At least 1 cup, or larger. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  3. Sandie Bell says

    December 2, 2018 at 8:32 pm

    5 stars
    Dijon mustards have about 120 mg sodium per tsp. spicy brown is a much better option at only 50 mg per tsp. This recipe would have a minimum of 120 mg. for a single serving using dijon mustard.

    Reply
  4. heidifogle says

    April 28, 2017 at 4:14 pm

    Video not working. Sorry But the recipe looks wonderful. Glad to have it.

    Reply
  5. Paul W. Heaton says

    April 21, 2017 at 2:23 pm

    I was looking for a extra low point vinaigrette recipe that also tasted great. I found it here. I made the whole recipe version. I did make a couple of changes, it sounded like a lot of mustard so I cut it by about 1/3 the amount. I also add 1 garlic clove, minced and both the oregano and basil. For enhanced emulsion I added 1/8 tsp xanthan gum powder. Add everything together except the oil to a small bowl, whisk until blended, then add oil in small stream until all oil is incorporated. This is one of my favorite dressings, home made or bought. Oh, I used a white pear infused balsamic, great flavor. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Marjorie@APinchOfHealthy says

      April 23, 2017 at 1:47 pm

      I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed it Paul!

      Reply
    • heidifogle says

      April 28, 2017 at 4:16 pm

      Oh, my gosh! I know a bunch of women that would love to find a cook!!!

      Reply
  6. Jennifer says

    September 4, 2014 at 12:38 pm

    Finally tried this dressing….had it on a spinach salad with beets and goat cheese. So Yummy!!

    Reply
    • Marjorie@APinchOfHealthy says

      September 4, 2014 at 1:19 pm

      I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. kim@hungryhealthygirl says

    August 13, 2014 at 8:32 am

    Definitely going to give this a try on a watermelon salad! 😉

    Reply
    • Marjorie@APinchOfHealthy says

      August 13, 2014 at 8:49 am

      I hope you enjoy it! 🙂 I know I have.

      Reply
  8. Nina G says

    August 7, 2014 at 10:21 pm

    Yum this looks so good! I tend to do the lazy route and buy dressing in a bottle, unless I actually have a salad recipe that makes me make dressing. And usually it always tastes better that way.

    Reply
    • Marjorie@APinchOfHealthy says

      August 8, 2014 at 7:32 am

      Thanks Nina! Once you start making your own, you may never go back. I hope you enjoy it.

      Reply
      • heidifogle says

        April 28, 2017 at 4:15 pm

        Absolutely! A couple of years ago I decided to try one and I’ve never bought anything in a bottle again, except mayo!

        Reply
  9. Tracy M says

    April 17, 2014 at 8:22 am

    You have got me hooked this!! This is my FAVORITE dressing for salads. So quick and easy to make and, you’re right…. a little goes a long way. LOVE that it’s only 1 point. How awesome is that????? Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Marjorie says

      April 17, 2014 at 8:37 am

      Yay, I am so glad you like it Tracy! It is one of my favorites too.

      Reply

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